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ptarmigan
noun ptar·mi·gan \ˈtär-mi-gən\
plural ptar·mi·gan or ptar·mi·gans
Definition of PTARMIGAN
: any of various grouses (genus Lagopus) of northern regions with completely feathered feet
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Origin of PTARMIGAN
modification of Scottish Gaelic tarmachan
First Known Use: 1599
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